2008 - Ivel Gains RFU Community Rugby Seal of Approval
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At a meeting of rugby club chairmen on Friday 18th April 2008, junior chairman John Evans and club chairman Harold Williams received Ivel's RFU Community Rugby Seal of Approval.
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Sherborne's Johnny Andrews and Tony Nesbitt of Ivel presented Chris Lock and son, of the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance crew, with a cheque for £1000 in appreciation of the valued work and cover that the organisation provide.
The idea was spurred earlier in the season between Sherborne's Mike Trew and Ivel's Martin Jakes after the Air Ambulance responded to an injury during an Under 12's game between the two clubs at The Showground.
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Charlotte Male has been playing rugby for only 18 months. It is a testament to her talent, determination and dedication that she has received this recognition at U20 level.
All at Ivel Barbarians are extremely proud of Charlottes' achievement and wish her every success and our heartiest congratulations. Well done Charlotte!
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On Saturday 14th June, Chris and Matthew Keech, Harold Williams, Popeye Law, Mike Ellis and Dickie Young, fed and watered throughout the day by Tracey Lane, carried out important safety works by clearing the old cesspit/soakaway and installing a complete new system. If this vital work had not been done as promptly as it was, the club would have faced closure while outside contractors completed the work at great cost.
These few people gave up their time, effort, and in some cases money, to ensure the work was completed professionally and in good time. Their work has saved the club THOUSANDS of pounds. A MASSIVE thankyou to all involved.
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On Thursday night (25th July), Charlotte returned to Ivel following the victorious England Women U20 tour to Canada.
Charlotte played in every one of the Nations Cup matches and scored two tries.
Tonight Charlotte helped coach the Ivel Girls squad and received congratulations from club members.
Well done Charlotte, may these appearances be just the start of a long International Career.
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Lee Murgatroyd, from Ivel Barbarians, has received an RFU Recognition Award. This award has been made to recognise the hard work that Lee, aged 18, has put into attaining his Level 1 coaching badge (gained 18 months ago) and training players younger than himself.
Lee took over coaching the Ivel Barbarians Under-15 Boys squad at the start of last season when he identified that there was no permanent coach. They are now into their second season of working together and are developing as a squad.
Lee has given his time and effort, whilst still a Yeovil College student himself, to ensure the boys continue to enjoy their rugby and feel inspired to continue playing beyond junior level. This is an extremely important step for the future of the rugby club. Lee’s efforts have been acknowledged by the RFU along with Ivel Barbarians.
Special praise for his hard work and successes came from Harold Williams (Club Chairman) and Ian Smith (Coaching Coordinator) who nominated Lee for the award.
Fran Long |
Juniors Chairman |
Lee Murgatroyd |
U16 Coach |
Martin Evans |
U16 Captain |
Presenting award - RFU Fleece |
Harold Williams |
Club Chairman |
